Academic life

The school academic year consists of four terms. Mid-year entry will be considered if a vacancy exists. Please note: Year 10 is the last entry year group.

Academic benefits

St Catherine’s teaching is intentionally tailored to girls – this environment encourages and stimulates thought-provoking discussions. Research has proven that girls in single sex schools achieve higher academic outcomes, and have higher self-belief, selfesteem and confidence.

Following your daughter’s commencement, the Years 7–12 mentors are the students and parents first point of contact at the school. The year mentor is responsible for the holistic development of each girl. They know all students, their strengths and areas for development, well.

Year mentors also work closely with boarding staff to ensure continuity of care for each girl.

All senior school students, day girls and boarders can use the research centre (library) from 7.30am until the start of school at 8.20am, and at recess and lunch. The prep centre runs from 3.30pm – 5.30pm and Years 11 and 12 students may remain in the prep centre until 9.00pm.

The prep centre is a wonderful resource where students have access to teaching staff, who provide homework support and mentorship